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Official White House photo of President Kennedy in the Oval Office.

Why Kennedy Still Matters

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The 35th president completed only three years of his term and left behind a pile of unfinished projects and unraveling plans. Yet Americans consistently rank him among our greatest presidents. Archivist Jeff Nilsson explains why we still love JFK. ... More
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Falling for Jackie Kennedy

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Many Americans only got their first look at Jackie during the inaugural ceremonies, but her fashion sense and unflappable poise soon made her one of the country’s most admired first ladies. ... More
President Kennedy signs documents in the Oval Office. © SEPS 2013

A Surprisingly Popular Presidency

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Despite political opposition–and a few arguable failures in policy and tactic–John F. Kennedy remained a popular, well-regarded president throughout his short term in office. Archivist Jeff Nilsson explains why. ... More
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Rethinking Kennedy’s Camelot

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In the years following the death of President Kennedy, many people often spoke of his presidency as an idyllic time. They dubbed those pre-assassination days as “Camelot,” a noble, idyllic but ultimately doomed kingdom. ... More